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How HR can Support Employees with Disabilities?

HR Lineup

Central to this ethos is the inclusion of employees with disabilities. One significant aspect of inclusivity is ensuring that employees with disabilities are supported adequately. Disabilities can be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent, and they can affect physical, sensory, cognitive, or mental functions.

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Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace: A Comprehensive Guide

HR Digest

The benefits of diversity and inclusion in the workplace range from accessing a broader talent pool and increased employee engagement to stronger business results and higher profits. Companies that embrace workplace diversity policies perform better financially, earn higher cash flow per employee, and have more productive teams.

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How to support employees with neurodiverse conditions

Employee Benefits

Some neurodiverse conditions can be considered a disability under the Equality Act 2010, so employers have a legal duty to make reasonable adjustments. Employers can put tools in place to holistically support neurodiverse employees’ mental wellbeing.

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Hybrid working helps women into senior management roles

Workplace Insight

The data covers women who are part of at least one minority group, which includes those who identify as LGBTQIA+, disabled or as coming from an ethnic minority background. A previous study from IWG identified hybrid working as a crucial strategy for HR leaders in the UK to attract and retain talent.

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Amanda Trewhella: Supporting employees with menstrual health and menopause transition

Employee Benefits

In the UK there are currently no legal regulations specifically requiring employers to provide support to people affected by menstruation issues or the menopause. Additionally, where symptoms have a long-term substantial adverse effect on their day-to-day activities, employees may be considered to be disabled for employment law purposes.

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Glamorgan County Cricket Club becomes Disability Confident Committed employer

Employee Benefits

Glamorgan County Cricket Club has been accredited as a level one Disability Confident Committed employer. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) introduced the Disability Confident Committed scheme in 2016 in order to support businesses to make the most of the talents disabled people bring to a workplace.

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Comprehensive Guide on Maternity Leave Laws by State

HR Digest

only requires employers to treat pregnancy and childbirth like other temporary disabilities under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act. These state maternity leave regulations vary significantly in terms of the duration and the terms of compensation, which makes it essential for companies to know what support is promised to their workers.